Director - Media Affairs at DHI Group

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Public Affairs, Public RelationsIndustries

Requirements

Self-motivated, creative, energetic, and highly organized with great interpersonal skills
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Experience developing communications plans, press materials, pitches, op-eds, and blog postings
Ability to quickly establish rapport, credibility, trust, and respect throughout the organization
Ability to be viewed as a highly collaborative team player
Complex project management skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently
Maintain strong existing reporter relationships and be willing to pitch them stories
Ability to prepare and present complex materials or issues before a wide variety of audiences
Great interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a variety of communication styles
High level of professionalism and ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders
New media and policy expertise
Five-seven years of experience in public relations, media relations, or journalism preferred

Responsibilities

Pitch news stories to various media outlets including TV, print, and radio
Establish and develop relationships with members of the press
Draft written message materials including op-eds, press releases, and talking points
Manage accounts and directly engage with clients
Manage complex issue campaigns
Create and execute strategic public relations plans
Work well under deadline in a fast-paced environment
Present to large groups – both internal and external audiences; and clearly articulate client needs

Skills

Media Pitching

Press Relations

Op-Eds

Press Releases

Talking Points

Client Management

Issue Campaigns

Strategic PR

Public Speaking

DHI Group

Career resource platform for tech and finance

About DHI Group

DHI Group operates a career resource platform focused on technology and financial services. It manages two main websites: Dice.com, which serves as a database for tech professionals in the U.S. with over 9 million profiles, and eFinancialCareers.com, which caters to the global financial services industry across 18 markets. Dice.com helps tech professionals find job opportunities and gain industry insights, while employers use it to connect with skilled talent. eFinancialCareers.com provides financial services professionals with career opportunities, news, and advice, and helps employers access qualified candidates. DHI Group generates revenue through subscription fees and advertising, making it easier for employers to find talent and for professionals to advance their careers.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1990Year Founded

$3.6MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consulting, Enterprise Software, Financial ServicesIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Wellness Program

Parental Leave

Risks

Emerging job platforms with innovative features may erode DHI Group's market share.

AI-driven recruitment tools could reduce demand for traditional job search platforms.

Economic uncertainties may impact subscription and advertising revenues for DHI Group.

Differentiation

DHI Group operates specialized career platforms for tech and financial services sectors.

Dice.com manages over 9 million tech professional profiles in the United States.

eFinancialCareers.com serves 18 financial markets globally, offering industry-specific career resources.

Upsides

New subscription packages increase client value and contract retention for Dice and ClearanceJobs.

Tech job market growth in 2024 boosts demand for DHI's recruitment platforms.

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